Research Associate- Rajasthan (TGI)

ATREE; Jaipur; On-site; INR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

ATREE's Grasslands Initiative is seeking a Research Associate to support research and knowledge generation at the intersection of ecology, livelihoods and policy. The role involves literature reviews, data analysis, and translating research into actionable insights for landscape restoration and program development.

The candidate will review policies, assist in developing monitoring frameworks, and collaborate with field partners and research institutions to advance grassland conservation across

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, NRM, Geography or related field.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience; fresh graduates with strong research skills welcome.
• Strong analytical, writing and communication abilities.
• Familiarity with qualitative/quantitative research methods and data analysis.
• Knowledge of GIS or statistical software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Review literature and synthesize research on grasslands, restoration, livelihoods, and policy.
• Support field studies and documentation of conservation initiatives.
• Collect, organize and analyze ecological, socio-economic and spatial data.
• Develop indicators and monitoring approaches for landscape interventions.
• Review relevant government policies and financing mechanisms.
• Prepare research reports and policy briefs; produce knowledge products.
• Coordinate with research institutions and field partners for collaboration.

Skills

Literature review

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Ecology or related field

Tools

GIS

R / Python

Stata

Job description

Experience: 0-2 years after Master's degree

About the Grasslands Initiative

ATREE's Grasslands Initiative (TGI) is a mission-mode initiative to advance the recognition, conservation, restoration and sustainable management of India's grasslands and other open natural ecosystems (ONEs). The initiative aims to support landscape-scale restoration and management across priority grassland regions of India, while ensuring that ecological outcomes, local livelihoods and the rights of local communities are secured.

Role Overview

The Research Associate will support TGI's research and knowledge generation, working at the intersection of ecology, livelihoods and policy. The role involves reviewing literature, analysing data, documenting field experiences and translating research into actionable insights for landscape restoration, programme development and policy engagement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and synthesise research on grasslands, restoration, pastoralism, fodder systems, biodiversity and climate resilience.
• Support field studies, landscape assessments and documentation of conservation and restoration initiatives.
• Collect, organise and analyse ecological, socio-economic and spatial data.
• Assist in developing research frameworks, indicators and monitoring approaches for TGI's landscape interventions.
• Review relevant government policies, programmes and financing mechanisms.
• Prepare research reports, policy briefs, presentations and other knowledge products.
• Coordinate with research institutions, field partners and other stakeholders to support collaborative research.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Geography, Environmental Economics, Development Studies or a related discipline.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience after the Master's degree; fresh graduates with strong research skills are encouraged to apply.
• Strong analytical, writing and communication skills.
• Familiarity with qualitative or quantitative research methods and data analysis.
• Knowledge of GIS tools or statistical software such as R, Python or Stata is desirable.
• Interest in grasslands, restoration ecology, pastoral livelihoods, environmental policy or rural development.
• Willingness to travel to field sites and work in a multidisciplinary team.

Note

• Only candidates who are shortlisted for the interview will be contacted.
• Please avoid excessive use of AI in writing your cover letter.
• Please note that this position is open to Indian candidates only.